The bill SB1305 prohibits public schools, school districts, and state agencies from providing instruction that promotes or advocates for specific concepts related to race and ethnicity, such as judging individuals based on their race, claiming one race is superior to another, or suggesting that individuals are inherently racist due to their race. It establishes a complaint process for students, employees, or parents to report violations, which must be resolved by designated administrators within a specified timeframe. If a violation is confirmed, civil penalties of up to $5,000 may be imposed for each violation, with additional penalties for continued non-compliance.

The new bill language also clarifies that discussions of historical events related to racial hatred or discrimination are permitted, and it defines key terms such as "employee," "instruction," and "state agency." It replaces previous sections of the Arizona Revised Statutes and emphasizes that age-appropriate instruction on child assault awareness and abuse prevention is allowed. Overall, the bill aims to regulate educational content regarding race and ethnicity while providing mechanisms for enforcement and accountability.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 15-711.01, 15-717.02
Senate Engrossed Version: 15-711.01, 15-717.02